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Vermont EditionVermont Edition brings you news and conversation about issues affecting your life. Hosts Jane Lindholm and Bob Kinzel consider the context of current events through interviews with news makers and people who make our region buzz.enThu, 22 Feb 2018 06:43:46 +0000NPR Digital Services RSS Generator 0.94Vermont Public RadioVermont Public Radiowebmaster@vpr.netVermont Edition brings you news and conversation about issues affecting your life. Hosts Jane Lindholm and Bob Kinzel consider the context of current events through interviews with news makers and people who make our region buzz.noVermont Edition brings you news and conversation about issues affecting your life. Hosts Jane Lindholm and Bob Kinzel consider the context of current events through interviews with news makers and people who make our region buzz.nowebmaster@vpr.netVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/sen-bernie-sanders-gun-control-russian-meddling-and-congressional-dysfunction
Senator Bernie Sanders joins Vermont Edition for a discussion about the Russia investigation, the immigration debate, the Trump budget, his recent comments on gun legislation and more.Sen. Bernie Sanders On Gun Control, Russian Meddling And Congressional DysfunctionSenator Bernie Sanders joins Vermont Edition for a discussion about the Russia investigation, the immigration debate, the Trump budget, his recent comments on gun legislation and more.sgalerosen@vpr.net (Sam Gale Rosen)45060 as http://digital.vpr.netWed, 21 Feb 2018 17:00:00 +00002573noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/ask-bob-why-does-vermonts-governor-have-two-year-term
Longtime VPR reporter Bob Kinzel is ready to answer your questions about the inner workings of the Legislature, state government and Vermont's political history. Today's question was originally sent to our podcast, Brave Little State and inquires aboutAsk Bob: Why Does Vermont's Governor Have A Two-Year Term? Longtime VPR reporter Bob Kinzel is ready to answer your questions about the inner workings of the Legislature, state government and Vermont's political history. Today's question was originally sent to our podcast, Brave Little State and inquires about the length of the state's gubernatorial term.bkinzel@vpr.net (Bob Kinzel)45017 as http://digital.vpr.netTue, 20 Feb 2018 21:46:42 +0000490noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/ask-bob-how-have-numbers-lobbyists-increased-montpelier
VPR reporter Bob Kinzel has been covering the Statehouse since 1981 — longer than any continuously serving member of the Legislature. To take advantage of that institutional memory, we're kicking off a new periodic segment called "Ask Bob." First up: aAsk Bob: How Have The Numbers Of Lobbyists Increased In Montpelier?VPR reporter Bob Kinzel has been covering the Statehouse since 1981 — longer than any continuously serving member of the Legislature. To take advantage of that institutional memory, we're kicking off a new periodic segment called "Ask Bob." First up: a look at the increasing number of lobbyists in the Vermont Statehouse.bkinzel@vpr.net (Bob Kinzel)44932 as http://digital.vpr.netTue, 20 Feb 2018 19:40:16 +0000485noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/smart-phones-tractors-and-medical-devices-who-has-right-repair
Have you ever tried fixing one of your electric gadgets? Even simply replacing the battery in your cell phone can require special skills or tools. You may not be allowed to do more advanced repairs without potentially voiding a warranty. That's led toSmart Phones, Tractors And Medical Devices: Who Has The 'Right To Repair'?Have you ever tried fixing one of your electric gadgets? Even simply replacing the battery in your cell phone can require special skills or tools. You may not be allowed to do more advanced repairs without potentially voiding a warranty. That's led to demands across the country, including here in Vermont , for the "right to repair," the ability to perform basic repairs on items like smart phones, other electronics and more.msmith@vpr.net (Matthew Smith)45049 as http://digital.vpr.netTue, 20 Feb 2018 17:00:00 +00002603noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/townshend-man-shares-secrets-being-happy-healthy-and-106
He's seen the change from oil lamps to electric lighting, and from the advent of radio to television and the computer. And modes of transportation shift from the horse and buggy to self-driving automobiles. At 106, Townshend's Warren Patrick findsTownshend Man Shares Secrets To Being Happy, Healthy And 106He's seen the change from oil lamps to electric lighting, and from the advent of radio to television and the computer. And modes of transportation shift from the horse and buggy to self-driving automobiles. At 106, Townshend's Warren Patrick finds happiness in every new day and gives thanks for it every night.rcengeri@vpr.net (Ric Cengeri)45054 as http://digital.vpr.netTue, 20 Feb 2018 14:41:03 +0000531noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/whos-good-boy-vermont-dog-shows-well-westminster
One of the major competitions in the canine world took place this week in New York City. The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show concluded Tuesday, Feb. 13. About a dozen dogs owned by Vermonters were among the field of 3,000 that competed this year. One of'Who's A Good Boy?!': Vermont Dog Shows Well At WestminsterOne of the major competitions in the canine world took place this week in New York City. The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show concluded Tuesday, Feb. 13. About a dozen dogs owned by Vermonters were among the field of 3,000 that competed this year. One of those dogs had an excellent show: Romeo, a Bernese Mountain Dog owned by Pam Eldredge of Waterbury.rcengeri@vpr.net (Ric Cengeri)45029 as http://digital.vpr.netMon, 19 Feb 2018 17:29:45 +0000574noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/how-schools-identify-students-crisis-heal-trauma
As the country was reeling from the news of a deadly shooting in Parkland, Florida last week, Vermont State Police released news that a similar event may have been thwarted at Fair Haven Union High School.How Schools Identify Students In Crisis, Heal From TraumaAs the country was reeling from the news of a deadly shooting in Parkland, Florida last week, Vermont State Police released news that a similar event may have been thwarted at Fair Haven Union High School.rcengeri@vpr.net (Ric Cengeri)45046 as http://digital.vpr.netMon, 19 Feb 2018 17:00:00 +00002078noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/sexual-harassment-bill-aims-protect-victims-rights
Sixty percent of women say they've experienced sexual harassment at work, according to the Vermont Commission on Women , and three out of four of those women report experiencing retaliation for speaking up. Now House lawmakers are updating Vermont'sSexual Harassment Bill Aims To Protect Victims' RightsSixty percent of women say they've experienced sexual harassment at work, according to the Vermont Commission on Women , and three out of four of those women report experiencing retaliation for speaking up. Now House lawmakers are updating Vermont's sexual harassment laws to protect victims' rights and ban settlements that can silence victims and favor employers.bkinzel@vpr.net (Bob Kinzel)45006 as http://digital.vpr.netFri, 16 Feb 2018 17:00:00 +00002510noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/give-peace-chance-vermonts-tradition-pacifism
Vermont has a long tradition of pacifism and activism for peace. The movement can be traced from the early Quakers through to the back-to-the-land movement, and to the many groups advocating for peace in the state today.Give Peace A Chance: Vermont's Tradition Of PacifismVermont has a long tradition of pacifism and activism for peace. The movement can be traced from the early Quakers through to the back-to-the-land movement, and to the many groups advocating for peace in the state today.rcengeri@vpr.net (Ric Cengeri)44995 as http://digital.vpr.netThu, 15 Feb 2018 17:00:00 +00001862noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/vermont-house-members-challenged-over-comments-made-during-black-lives-matter-discussion
Last week the Vermont House of Representatives passed a resolution recognizing “the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement in the U.S. and Vermont Black communities.” But Rep. Kiah Morris , a Democratic lawmaker from Bennington, told VermontVermont House Members Challenged Over Comments Made During Black Lives Matter DiscussionLast week the Vermont House of Representatives passed a resolution recognizing “the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement in the U.S. and Vermont Black communities.” But Rep. Kiah Morris , a Democratic lawmaker from Bennington, told Vermont Edition she was stunned by some of her colleagues’ comments made before and after the resolution was passed.szind@vpr.net (Steve Zind)44993 as http://digital.vpr.netWed, 14 Feb 2018 20:37:11 +00001251noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/montpelier-high-school-says-black-lives-matter-and-nation-reacts
The raising of a Black Lives Matter flag at Montpelier High School made news across the country and garnered a range of reactions from support to anger. We're talking about the deeper meaning of that symbolic action and how people have viewed it locally,Montpelier High School Says 'Black Lives Matter,' And The Nation ReactsThe raising of a Black Lives Matter flag at Montpelier High School made news across the country and garnered a range of reactions from support to anger. We're talking about the deeper meaning of that symbolic action and how people have viewed it locally, statewide and nationally.sgalerosen@vpr.net (Sam Gale Rosen)44982 as http://digital.vpr.netWed, 14 Feb 2018 17:00:00 +00001706noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/vermont-author-explores-pull-past-debut-novel-heart-spring-mountain
Southern Vermont author and musician Robin MacArthur won acclaim for her first book, a collection of short stories called Half Wild. Her debut novel, Heart Spring Mountain , is also getting rave reviews. The story jumps back and forth in time to followVermont Author Explores Pull Of The Past In Debut Novel 'Heart Spring Mountain'Southern Vermont author and musician Robin MacArthur won acclaim for her first book, a collection of short stories called Half Wild. Her debut novel, Heart Spring Mountain , is also getting rave reviews. The story jumps back and forth in time to follow the lives of the women in one rural Vermont family, as they search for a family member who disappeared during Tropical Storm Irene.msmith@vpr.net (Matthew Smith)44925 as http://digital.vpr.netTue, 13 Feb 2018 19:14:05 +0000Jane Lindholm722noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/brown-n-out-podcast-aims-amplify-voices-lgbtq-vermonters-color
A new podcast aims to amplify the voices of LGBTQ Vermonters of color. It's called Brown 'n Out and it's hosted by Reggie Condra.'Brown 'n Out' Podcast Aims To Amplify Voices Of LGBTQ Vermonters Of ColorA new podcast aims to amplify the voices of LGBTQ Vermonters of color. It's called Brown 'n Out and it's hosted by Reggie Condra.jlindholm@vpr.net (Jane Lindholm)44970 as http://digital.vpr.netTue, 13 Feb 2018 17:45:00 +0000Jane Lindholm493noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/could-climate-change-be-economic-boon-vermont
Vermont's climate is already changing , and experts say that could mean rising temperatures, wetter weather and more extremes for both heat and cold. But are there also opportunities to be seized as those changes unfold?Could Climate Change Be An 'Economic Boon' For Vermont?Vermont's climate is already changing , and experts say that could mean rising temperatures, wetter weather and more extremes for both heat and cold. But are there also opportunities to be seized as those changes unfold?msmith@vpr.net (Matthew Smith)44965 as http://digital.vpr.netTue, 13 Feb 2018 17:00:00 +00002062noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/comedian-tina-friml-challenges-stigma-jokes-about-her-disability
Tina Friml, an up-and-coming local comedian, set the stage of a recent performance by describing herself as “a bit of an enigma.” At age 24, she has quickly gained popularity for her unique — and almost taboo — style. She avoids some of the more typicalComedian Tina Friml Challenges Stigma With Jokes About Her DisabilityTina Friml, an up-and-coming local comedian, set the stage of a recent performance by describing herself as “a bit of an enigma.” At age 24, she has quickly gained popularity for her unique — and almost taboo — style. She avoids some of the more typical comic fodder like dating and the workplace. Instead, Friml jokes about what it’s like to live with a disability.astemarie@vpr.net (astemarie)44953 as http://digital.vpr.netMon, 12 Feb 2018 21:05:51 +0000753noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/house-bill-addresses-legal-questions-parenthood
When Vermont's Parentage Act was passed in 1984, same-sex marriage and assisted fertility were not issues contained in the law. A bill recently passed by the House attempts to provide Vermont's judiciary with updated guidelines on matters of legalHouse Bill Addresses Legal Questions Of ParenthoodWhen Vermont's Parentage Act was passed in 1984, same-sex marriage and assisted fertility were not issues contained in the law. A bill recently passed by the House attempts to provide Vermont's judiciary with updated guidelines on matters of legal parenthood.rcengeri@vpr.net (Ric Cengeri)44947 as http://digital.vpr.netMon, 12 Feb 2018 17:00:00 +00001843noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/what-state-does-prevent-tax-fraud
With tax day on the horizon, there are growing concerns that some people who are owed a tax refund might have their refund stolen if when criminals file for it first. Tax Commissioner Kaj Samsom joined Vermont Edition to discuss the scope of the problemWhat The State Does To Prevent Tax FraudWith tax day on the horizon, there are growing concerns that some people who are owed a tax refund might have their refund stolen if when criminals file for it first. Tax Commissioner Kaj Samsom joined Vermont Edition to discuss the scope of the problem and what the state does to protect against fraudulent filings and payments. Broadcast live on Friday, Feb. 9, 2018 at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.bkinzel@vpr.net (Bob Kinzel)44948 as http://digital.vpr.netFri, 09 Feb 2018 20:56:28 +0000Bob Kinzel528noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/house-speaker-mitzi-johnson-paid-family-leave-and-school-financing
House Speaker Mitzi Johnson says passing a paid family leave bill this year is one of her top priorities. We're talking with Speaker Johnson about that bill, plus education funding, water quality, the push for a higher minimum wage and other big issues.House Speaker Mitzi Johnson On Paid Family Leave And School FinancingHouse Speaker Mitzi Johnson says passing a paid family leave bill this year is one of her top priorities. We're talking with Speaker Johnson about that bill, plus education funding, water quality, the push for a higher minimum wage and other big issues.bkinzel@vpr.net (Bob Kinzel)44933 as http://digital.vpr.netFri, 09 Feb 2018 17:00:00 +00002055noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/hearty-recipes-warm-vermont-winter
The snow and cold of February in Vermont can make winter feel endless. When the temperature drops and you need a hearty meal, what foods and recipes do you rely on to make this time of year feel just a bit warmer?Hearty Recipes To Warm Up A Vermont WinterThe snow and cold of February in Vermont can make winter feel endless. When the temperature drops and you need a hearty meal, what foods and recipes do you rely on to make this time of year feel just a bit warmer?msmith@vpr.net (Matthew Smith)44908 as http://digital.vpr.netThu, 08 Feb 2018 17:00:00 +00001889noVermont Public Radiohttp://digital.vpr.net/post/84-million-settlement-and-latest-northeast-kingdom-eb-5-fraud-case
In the ongoing fallout from what prosecutors have called a "Ponzi-like scheme" in the Northeast Kingdom, alleged perpetrator Ariel Quiros has agreed to a settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Anne Galloway, founder and editor at the newsAn $84 Million Settlement And The Latest On The Northeast Kingdom EB-5 Fraud CaseIn the ongoing fallout from what prosecutors have called a "Ponzi-like scheme" in the Northeast Kingdom, alleged perpetrator Ariel Quiros has agreed to a settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Anne Galloway, founder and editor at the news website VTDigger, has been following this story from the very beginning. She joined Vermont Edition for an update on the most recent developments.mwertlieb@vpr.net (Mitch Wertlieb)44923 as http://digital.vpr.netThu, 08 Feb 2018 14:03:12 +0000606noVermont Public Radio